2010 GMC Envoy vs. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 GMC Envoy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Envoy weights approximately 765 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 GMC Envoy (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2010 GMC Envoy | 2002 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Envoy | Sharan |
Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |