1995 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 157 kg more than 1995 Subaru Impreza. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Subaru Impreza | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Impreza | Sharan |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2850 mm |