2001 BMW X5 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 6 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (172 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 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, 2001 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (235 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | X5 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
