1992 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1992 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Mustang.
Because 1992 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Sharan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Sharan (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Mustang. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1992 Ford Mustang | 2003 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mustang | Sharan |
Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |