2003 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2003 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 1 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 490 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 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2003 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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Porsche Cayenne | 2002 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | Cayenne | Sharan |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2160 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 | 92 L | 70 L |