2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2013 Kia Optima
To start off, 2013 Kia Optima is newer by 10 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, 2013 Kia Optima (197 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 296 kg more than 2013 Kia Optima.
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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Optima. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Optima. 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2013 Kia Optima has manual transmission. 2013 Kia Optima 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 | 2013 Kia Optima | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Trans Sport | Optima |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4845 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2795 mm |