2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. Both 2005 Volkswagen Passat and 2006 Volkswagen Sharan are equipped with a 1,896 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 128 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
