2005 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2010 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Ford Falcon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 103 kg more than 2010 Ford Falcon.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2010 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. 2010 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | 2010 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Sharan | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1807 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
