2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic 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 75 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 600 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic 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, 2000 Honda Civic 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic. 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2000 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2000 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Trans Sport | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2580 mm |