2000 Saturn LW vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn LW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn LW would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Saturn LW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1791 more horse power than 2000 Saturn LW. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn LW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 312 kg more than 2000 Saturn LW. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn LW. (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn LW.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Saturn LW | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Saturn | Volkswagen |
| Model | LW | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 1973 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2919 mm |
