2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1688 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 635 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 1973 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2919 mm |
