2009 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 270 kg more than 2012 Nissan Altima.
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, 2012 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Sharan. (211 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Volkswagen Sharan | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
Model | Sharan | Altima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |