2001 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 113 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 420 kg more than 2001 Audi A3.
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, 2001 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A3 | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A3 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
