1995 Honda Today vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Honda Today 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
Make Honda Volkswagen
Model Today Sharan
Year Released 1995 2008
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 47 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 1750 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1820 mm


 

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