2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport and 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 116 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 715 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ has manual transmission. 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Trans Sport | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2370 mm |
