2003 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1988 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 310 kg more than 1988 Pontiac 6000. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (326 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Volkswagen Passat | 1988 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Pontiac |
Model | Passat | 6000 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |