2005 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan

To start off, both 2005 Jeep Wrangler and 2005 Volkswagen Sharan were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Wrangler (190 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan.

Because 2005 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler (319 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Jeep Wrangler 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
Make Jeep Volkswagen
Model Wrangler Sharan
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3966 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 220 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 9.5:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 70 L