2006 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 6 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 4,392 cc, 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (315 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 463 kg more than 2012 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 2012 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 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | X5 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2000 cc |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2919 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |