2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2009 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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 117 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 1013 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. 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 2009 Fiat 500. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2009 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Trans Sport | 500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3349 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 35 L |
