2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 320 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta 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, 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Trans Sport | Cresta |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2740 mm |