2005 Toyota Avensis vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (172 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
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 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (235 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Avensis | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Avensis | Sharan |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2231 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |