2005 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 5 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2005 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. (271 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A6 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |