1988 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 827 kg more than 1988 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Pontiac 6000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac 6000. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1988 Pontiac 6000 has manual transmission. 1988 Pontiac 6000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Pontiac 6000 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | 6000 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2893 mm |