1994 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Polo. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Polo. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Volkswagen Polo | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
