2009 Toyota Camry vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Camry (268 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 632 kg more than 2009 Toyota Camry.
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, 2009 Toyota Camry (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. 2009 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Camry | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camry | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3455 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
