2000 Volkswagen Fusca vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 2,000 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 972 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Fusca 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 Volkswagen Fusca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Volkswagen Fusca | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Fusca | Sharan |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2919 mm |