2003 Subaru R2 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru R2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru R2 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (52 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 987 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (64 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru R2 | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | R2 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 56 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1807 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
