1999 Acura SLX vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1999 Acura SLX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura SLX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura SLX (225 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura SLX should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 240 kg more than 1999 Acura SLX.
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, 1999 Acura SLX (312 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (235 Nm). This means 1999 Acura SLX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. 1999 Acura SLX has automatic transmission and 1995 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Acura SLX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura SLX | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | SLX | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1834 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2840 mm |
