2009 Volkswagen Rabbit vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 568 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Rabbit (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (235 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 Volkswagen Rabbit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rabbit | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2480 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |
