2006 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2010 Volvo V70
To start off, 2010 Volvo V70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V70 (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo V70 weights approximately 436 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2010 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. 2010 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | 2010 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Sharan | V70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
