2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 489 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Captiva has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Captiva | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 3348 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3050 mm |