2004 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 218 kg more than 2004 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1999 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
