2007 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1996 Volkswagen Sharan

To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 218 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.

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 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Sharan.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Volkswagen Passat 1996 Volkswagen Sharan
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Passat Sharan
Year Released 2007 1996
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 281 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1498 kg 1716 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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