2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,000 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 309 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (245 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Forester | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Forester | Sharan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2919 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |