2006 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan

To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 645 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Volkswagen Polo 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Polo Sharan
Year Released 2006 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1422 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 79 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 195 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.6 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 19.5:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 174 km/hour 178 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.8 seconds 15 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1162 kg 1807 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.6 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 70 L


 

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