2007 Subaru Impreza vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (316 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 177 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Subaru Impreza (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Impreza | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Impreza | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2455 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
