1995 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 490 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Sharan | 156 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2600 mm |
