2007 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 4 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 153 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 2011 Audi A5 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, 2011 Audi A5 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, 2011 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. 2011 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Sharan | A5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
