2006 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 325 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1781 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
