2005 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai XG 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai XG 350 would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai XG 350 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 44 kg more than 2005 Hyundai XG 350.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai XG 350. (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai XG 350. 2005 Hyundai XG 350 has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Hyundai XG 350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Hyundai XG 350 | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | XG 350 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2919 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |