2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost weights approximately 745 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Because 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost (780 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Trans Sport | Ghost |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3465 mm |
