2004 Toyota Corolla vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 432 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Corolla | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corolla | Sharan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 17.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |