2006 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 7 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (222 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 943 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 2013 Ford E-Series 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 2013 Ford E-Series. 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (211 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Sharan | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
Model | Sharan | E-Series |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 2611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 150 L |