2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 6 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 42 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 421 kg more than 2009 Nissan NP300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300. 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan NP300 has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan NP300 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Trans Sport | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2960 mm |
