2006 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 1993 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 (207 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 344 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Sharan | 164 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
