2005 Nissan Terrano vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 Nissan Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Terrano | 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Terrano | Sharan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2988 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |