2004 Lexus IS vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Lexus IS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 270 kg more than 2004 Lexus IS.
Because 2004 Lexus IS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus IS | 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
| Model | IS | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
