2000 Honda NSX vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan

To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (172 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 355 kg more than 2000 Honda NSX.

Because 2000 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (235 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Honda NSX 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
Make Honda Volkswagen
Model NSX Sharan
Year Released 2000 1995
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 276 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 7300 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 235 Nm
Torque RPM 5300 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 1815 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2840 mm