1998 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 13 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 787 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Sharan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Sharan. 2011 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1998 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 1998 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Volkswagen Sharan | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Sharan | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |
