1998 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 154 kg more than 1998 Pontiac Sunfire.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Pontiac Sunfire. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Pontiac Sunfire | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Sunfire | Transporter |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3010 mm |