2008 Subaru Legacy vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 292 kg more than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy 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 (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Subaru Legacy | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Legacy | Sharan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |