2005 BMW 325 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (172 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (238 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (235 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 325 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
