2007 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, both 2007 BMW X5 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 551 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.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X5 | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | X5 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2196 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |