2008 Mazda Etude vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Mazda Etude is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 711 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
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, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Etude | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Etude | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1896 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 95.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
