2002 Honda Acty vs. 1996 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2002 Honda Acty is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Acty (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Acty should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 876 kg more than 2002 Honda Acty.
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, 1996 Volkswagen Sharan (170 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Acty. (139 Nm). This means 1996 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Acty.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Acty | 1996 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Acty | Sharan |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 660 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1716 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |