2006 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1688 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 400 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Tahoe | Sharan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 1973 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2919 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |