1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 98 kg more than 1996 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mondeo | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
