2000 Toyota Mark II vs. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 164 kg more than 2000 Toyota Mark II.
Because 2000 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Sharan (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Mark II | 2003 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mark II | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
