2006 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. Both 2006 Audi A4 and 2000 Volkswagen Sharan are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (162 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 210 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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, 2006 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A4 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |