2005 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 614 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
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, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan (202 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 1995 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1671 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
