2008 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 RAV4 (335 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (316 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. 2008 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota RAV4 | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | RAV4 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3546 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |