2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 12 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 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 185 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
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 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Frontier | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Frontier | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2487 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
