2004 MG ZS vs. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 MG ZS 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 MG ZS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 MG ZS. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2004 MG ZS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 595 kg more than 2004 MG ZS. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG ZS. (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG ZS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG ZS | 2002 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | MG | Volkswagen |
| Model | ZS | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
