2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 9 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 84 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20.
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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Trans Sport | i20 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2525 mm |
