2005 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.
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, 2005 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
