2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser vs. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser is newer by 1 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 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser (200 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 151 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser.
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, 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser (271 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm). This means 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser | 1999 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panel Cruiser | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
