2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 49 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Trans Sport | Hilux |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1799 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3090 mm |