2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport and 2005 Hyundai Tucson were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 10 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 223 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. 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) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Trans Sport | Tucson |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1529 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2540 mm |