2007 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2010 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti EX 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti EX (317 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 120 kg more than 2010 Infiniti EX.
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, 2010 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | 2010 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Infiniti |
| Model | Sharan | EX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
