1994 Porsche 993 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 993 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Porsche 993. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1994 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 993 | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 993 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2850 mm |
