2002 Opel Vectra vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan (316 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (251 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Vectra | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vectra | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
