2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Camry 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 31 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (154 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Camry. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Trans Sport | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3349 cc | 2360 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
