2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1996 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 137 kg more than 1996 Toyota Previa. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Previa. 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1996 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Trans Sport | Previa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2530 mm |
