2006 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1748 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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 (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | X5 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 1973 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2919 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |