2009 Toyota Yaris vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 347 kg more than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 2009 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Yaris | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Yaris | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
