2006 Ford Freestar 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 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 351 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestar. (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestar. 2006 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Freestar | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2919 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
