2009 Toyota Tundra vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 91 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 2009 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. 2009 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1995 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Tundra | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Tundra | Sharan |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5663 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 545 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2840 mm |