1992 Toyota Camry vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Camry. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 416 kg more than 1992 Toyota Camry. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (266 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Camry. (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Camry | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camry | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
