2001 Honda Fit vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Fit would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 214 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Fit | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Fit | Sharan |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1204 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |