2007 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (179 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 99 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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, 2007 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2919 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
