2007 BMW 325 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (172 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 295 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (235 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1995 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 325 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |