1999 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,000 cc, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 487 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
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 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2919 mm |
