2004 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2007 Porsche 911

To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 78 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.

Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. 2007 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Volkswagen Sharan 2007 Porsche 911
Make Volkswagen Porsche
Model Sharan 911
Year Released 2004 2007
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1781 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 473 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 620 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 1950 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 199 km/hour 310 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.2 seconds 3.9 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1668 kg 1590 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 12.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L