2002 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 23 kg more than 2006 Volvo V70.
Because 2006 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 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, 2006 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Volkswagen Sharan | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Sharan | V70 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |