2001 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1644 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 390 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | X5 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 1973 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2919 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |