2005 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 772 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mazda |
| Model | Sharan | 2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1807 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
