2000 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 Audi A8 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A8 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2890 mm |
