1995 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,459 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1995 Jeep Wrangler. (105 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1995 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 2 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan.
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 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Jeep Wrangler. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Jeep Wrangler | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Wrangler | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2850 mm |
