2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | C | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
