1994 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (401 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 100 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (523 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Corvette | Sharan |
Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5727 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 523 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |