2006 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 BMW 330.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan 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 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 330 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
