2007 BMW 328 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1743 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 328 | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 328 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 1973 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2919 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |