2002 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 5 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 642 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Volkswagen Sharan 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Sharan Touareg
Year Released 2002 2007
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 2966 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 150 HP 222 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 17.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1670 kg 2312 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4090 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 100 L


 

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