2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1591 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | E | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 1973 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2919 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
