2007 Kia Cee'd vs. 1997 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Kia Cee'd is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 374 kg more than 2007 Kia Cee'd.
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, 2007 Kia Cee'd (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Cee'd | 1997 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cee'd | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1341 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
