2005 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Ford Falcon. (200 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 258 kg more than 2005 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Falcon | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Falcon | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1581 kg | 1839 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
