1993 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (316 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 911 | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
