2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2001 Toyota Opa
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Opa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Opa 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 33 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Opa. (150 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Opa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 520 kg more than 2001 Toyota Opa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Opa. (202 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Opa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2001 Toyota Opa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Trans Sport | Opa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2800 mm |
