2001 Honda Z vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 685 kg more than 2001 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Z 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, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Z | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Z | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
