2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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 43 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 208 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage. 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Sportage 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 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Trans Sport | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2640 mm |
