1996 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (201 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 334 kg more than 1996 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Intrepid | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Intrepid | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1839 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
