1998 Acura Integra vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura Integra (170 HP) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 391 kg more than 1998 Acura Integra.
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, 1998 Acura Integra (174 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm). This means 1998 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura Integra | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | Integra | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
