1998 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 132 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. 2013 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport has manual transmission. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Trans Sport | Passat |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2258 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1563 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2803 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |