2001 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 295 kg more than 2011 Ford C-Max. 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, 2001 Volkswagen Sharan (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford C-Max. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford C-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volkswagen Sharan | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Sharan | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2648 mm |
