2008 Ford GT vs. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Ford GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 154 kg more than 2008 Ford GT.
Because 2008 Ford GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Sharan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford GT | 2003 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
