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


 

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