1992 Porsche 928 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 928 (346 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 130 kg more than 1992 Porsche 928.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Porsche 928 (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 928 | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 928 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5396 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |
