2005 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 108 kg more than 2005 Buick Regal.
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 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (211 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Regal | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Regal | Sharan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |