2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 35 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Frontier (318 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (202 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Frontier | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
