2000 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 188 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (150 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Prix | Passat |
Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1528 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2630 mm |