2005 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (108 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 212 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan.

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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Volkswagen Sharan 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Sharan Tiguan
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2792 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 2750 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 209 km/hour 175 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.3 seconds 11.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1331 kg 1543 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4426 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1809 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1703 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2604 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11 L/100km 5.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 64 L


 

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