1993 Toyota Corolla vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 698 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. 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 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Toyota Corolla | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corolla | Sharan |
Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1707 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1738 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |