1997 Ford Ka vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 790 kg more than 1997 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Ka | 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ka | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
