2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 47 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Picanto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport (283 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Trans Sport | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 35 L |
