2005 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2010 Volvo C30
To start off, 2010 Volvo C30 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 274 kg more than 2010 Volvo C30.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan has automatic transmission and 2010 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2010 Volvo C30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | 2010 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Sharan | C30 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
