1996 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 205 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen CC.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Trans Sport | CC |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1702 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |