2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 and 2007 Volkswagen Sharan were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi A6 | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A6 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1738 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |