2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (254 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 178 kg more than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (332 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | 300 | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
