1995 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 11 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 BMW 525.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. 2006 BMW 525 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. 2006 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Sharan | 525 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
