2007 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 362 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota RAV4 | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | RAV4 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
