2004 Maserati Coupe vs. 1998 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Maserati Coupe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Coupe (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Maserati Coupe.
Because 2004 Maserati Coupe 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 Maserati Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2004 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati Coupe | 1998 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coupe | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
