2002 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2002 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 685 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (591 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Cayenne | 1999 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cayenne | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4511 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 591 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
