2008 Toyota Sienna vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1707 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 460 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sienna. 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 Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Sienna | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Sienna | Sharan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 1973 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2919 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |