2000 Audi A2 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A2 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 745 kg more than 2000 Audi A2. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A2 | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A2 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
