1995 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 16 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1801 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 25 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (235 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan 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. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sharan | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 1973 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2919 mm |
