2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2001 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Supra (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Supra 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 1013 kg more than 2001 Toyota Supra.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Supra. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Supra. (88 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2001 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Trans Sport | Supra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3349 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
