2001 Nissan MM vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan MM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan MM would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan MM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1820 more horse power than 2001 Nissan MM. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan MM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan MM weights approximately 45 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan MM (372 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan MM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan MM | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | MM | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 1973 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1530 mm | 2919 mm |
