2007 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2010 Audi Q5
To start off, 2010 Audi Q5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q5 (270 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q5 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 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, 2010 Audi Q5 (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | 2010 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Sharan | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
