2007 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R (632 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (211 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz R | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | R | Sharan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 503 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 632 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |