2007 Volkswagen Rabbit vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,501 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 314 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit.
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 Rabbit (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit | 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Rabbit | Sharan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |