1995 Nissan 100 NX vs. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 539 kg more than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Volkswagen Sharan (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan 100 NX | 2003 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 NX | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
