2009 Nissan NP300 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan NP300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan NP300 would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 330 kg more than 2009 Nissan NP300.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan NP300 | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | NP300 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2919 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
