2002 Honda Acty 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 Honda Acty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Acty would be higher. At 1,400 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Honda Acty. (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Acty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 883 kg more than 2002 Honda Acty. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (240 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Acty. (139 Nm). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Acty | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1723 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2919 mm |
