Chevrolet Lumina APV vs Pontiac Trans Sport
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
1998 Pontiac Trans Sport
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet Lumina APVBase | Pontiac Trans SportBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | Base |
| Body style | Minivan | Minivan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 1996 | 1998 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet Lumina APVBase | Pontiac Trans SportBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0 | $0 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet Lumina APVBase | Pontiac Trans SportBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 19 MPG | 19 MPG |
| City MPG | 17 MPG (best) | 16 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 24 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 20 gal | 20 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet Lumina APVBase | Pontiac Trans SportBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 180 hp | 180 hp |
| Torque | 205 lb-ft | 205 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.4 L | 3.4 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet Lumina APVBase | Pontiac Trans SportBase |
|---|---|---|
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Towing capacity | 2,000 lbs | 3,500 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 1,257 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,366 lbs (best) | 3,730 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 9.5 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 112 in (best) |
| Length | 191.5 in (best) | 187.3 in |
| Width | 73.9 in (best) | 72.7 in |
| Height | 65.7 in | 67.4 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet Lumina APVBase | Pontiac Trans SportBase |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 3 / 5 ★ | 3 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Chevrolet Lumina APV | Pontiac Trans Sport |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Base $0 MSRP | Base $0 MSRP |
| 3 | — | Montana $0 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Montana $0 MSRP |