2002 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1736 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 370 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2002 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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 (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Porsche Cayenne | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | Cayenne | Sharan |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 1973 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2919 mm |