2007 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 447 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Range Rover | 2002 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Range Rover | Sharan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4393 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2117 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 70 L |