1999 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 11 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 285 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. 2010 Honda Pilot 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. 2010 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Volkswagen Sharan | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | Sharan | Pilot |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |