2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 58 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 523 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla. 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 2007 Toyota Corolla. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Trans Sport | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3349 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
