1995 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2010 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 15 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Tucson (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 322 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Tucson.
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, 2010 Hyundai Tucson (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. 2010 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 1995 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | 2010 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
| Model | Sharan | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2639 mm |
