2005 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 8 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 293 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen GTI.
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, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Sharan | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Sharan | GTI |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1412 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1779 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1469 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |