2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1999 Lexus RX
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus RX would be higher. At 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus RX (198 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 88 kg more than 1999 Lexus RX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1999 Lexus RX (283 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (282 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1999 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Trans Sport | RX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3349 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2620 mm |
