2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 3 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 68 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 801 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit. 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 2011 Honda Fit. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Trans Sport | Fit |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3349 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 40 L |
