1994 Rover 800 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 144 kg more than 1994 Rover 800.
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, 1994 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 800 | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 800 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
