1998 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot is newer by 14 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 264 kg more than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
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, 2012 Jeep Patriot (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Volkswagen Sharan | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Jeep |
| Model | Sharan | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
