2008 Peugeot Partner vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Peugeot Partner would be higher. At 2,000 cc, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot Partner. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 619 kg more than 2008 Peugeot Partner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot Partner. (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot Partner | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Partner | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1867 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.5 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2919 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
