2008 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 2,000 cc, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 716 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Polo | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2919 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
