2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 3,587 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 911 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3587 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |