2003 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 558 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Land Cruiser | Sharan |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |