2004 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,000 cc, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1803 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 320 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Passat | Sharan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 1973 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 280 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2919 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |