2008 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Optra (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 502 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Optra.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Optra. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Optra | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Optra | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 17.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
