1998 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 855 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ. 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, 2010 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Volkswagen Sharan | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Sharan | iQ |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 32 L |
