2001 BMW X5 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 1 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2001 BMW X5 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. (271 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. 2001 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | X5 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.3 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |