2007 Toyota Highlander vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 452 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander. 2007 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Highlander | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Highlander | Sharan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3311 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1807 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |