2008 Toyota Avensis vs. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Avensis | 2002 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avensis | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
