2008 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 258 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2008 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Tacoma | 2002 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Tacoma | Sharan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2694 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |