1990 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 781 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Trans Sport | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2281 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
