2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2000 Mazda Protege
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Protege. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Protege would be higher. At 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 168 kg more than 2000 Mazda Protege. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Protege. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport (282 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2000 Mazda Protege | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Trans Sport | Protege |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3349 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2680 mm |
