2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2011 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 7 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 98 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2011 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2011 Suzuki Jimny 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Jimny. 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2011 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 2011 Suzuki Jimny 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 | 2011 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Trans Sport | Jimny |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
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 | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2260 mm |