2001 Honda HR-V vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,000 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1860 more horse power than 2001 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 670 kg more than 2001 Honda HR-V. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2001 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda HR-V | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | HR-V | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 1973 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2919 mm |
