1995 Ford Fairlane vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Fairlane (206 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 172 kg more than 1995 Ford Fairlane.
Because 1995 Ford Fairlane 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 1995 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1995 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Fairlane | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fairlane | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2850 mm |
