2005 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 7 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan.
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, 2012 Audi Q3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Sharan | Q3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
