1999 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 311 kg more than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2002 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. 2002 Nissan X-Trail has automatic transmission and 1999 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Nissan X-Trail will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Sharan | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Sharan | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1404 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
