1990 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2006 Saleen S7
To start off, 2006 Saleen S7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 593 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 73 kg more than 2006 Saleen S7.
Because 1990 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Saleen S7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2006 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 724 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Volkswagen Passat | 2006 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Saleen |
| Model | Passat | S7 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 399 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2692 mm |
