2006 BMW X5 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 420 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 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 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 X5 (441 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. 2006 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | X5 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
