2007 Toyota Highlander vs. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (155 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 319 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Highlander | 2003 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Highlander | Sharan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |