2005 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 365 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord.
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, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (202 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1995 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Sharan |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 202 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 95.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |