2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 368 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Sportwagon | Sharan |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1723 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2919 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |