2011 Opel Astra vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Opel Astra. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 392 kg more than 2011 Opel Astra. 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, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Astra. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Opel Astra | 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Astra | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
