2008 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 1991 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1991 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1991 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 252 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
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, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | 1991 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
| Model | Veracruz | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
