2007 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 1998 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 598 kg more than 1998 Westfield ZEI.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Westfield ZEI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | 1998 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Westfield |
| Model | Sharan | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2340 mm |
