2007 BMW 550 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
Because 2007 BMW 550 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 2007 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2007 BMW 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 550 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2840 mm |