2005 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2010 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 769 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Sequoia. 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 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. 2010 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | 2010 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Sharan | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1807 kg | 2576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2027 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
