2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 278 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2919 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
