2007 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, both 2007 Volkswagen Golf and 2007 Volkswagen Sharan were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 497 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Volkswagen Sharan (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Golf | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Golf | Sharan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1209 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |