1963 Triumph 2000 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph 2000 (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 123 kg more than 1963 Triumph 2000.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph 2000. (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Triumph 2000 | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2000 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |
