2007 Nissan Xterra vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Nissan Xterra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2007 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Xterra | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Xterra | Sharan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 382 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |