2000 Audi A4 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 530 kg more than 2000 Audi A4. 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, 1997 Volkswagen Sharan (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1997 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
