2006 Audi Q7 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Audi Q7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 529 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 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 Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. 2006 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1995 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Q7 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
