2005 Audi A4 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 10 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 77 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (202 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
