2002 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,000 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 594 kg more than 2002 Opel Astra. 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 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Astra. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Astra | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Astra | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2919 mm |
