2012 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2001 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mercedes-Benz R | 2001 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | R | Sharan |
Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5156 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1958 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1661 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3216 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |