2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (172 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 684 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (496 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (235 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-150 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2499 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2840 mm |
