1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (248 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 400 kg more than 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. 2009 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | 200 SX Silvia | Passat |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |