2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Golf | Sharan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 265 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |