2006 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 5 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 13 kg more than 2011 BMW M3.
Because 2011 BMW M3 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 2011 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2011 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (211 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | 2011 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Sharan | M3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1424 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13 L/100km | 17.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
