2003 BMW 645 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 645 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 82 kg more than 2003 BMW 645.
Because 2003 BMW 645 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 2003 BMW 645. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2003 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 645 | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 645 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2919 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |