2004 Ford Fusion vs. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Ford Fusion is newer by 2 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fusion. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 519 kg more than 2004 Ford Fusion. 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, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fusion. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Fusion | 2002 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fusion | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
