2008 Audi S6 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Audi S6 is newer by 1 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 508 kg more than 2008 Audi S6.
Because 2008 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 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, 2008 Audi S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. 2008 Audi S6 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. 2008 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi S6 | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | S6 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |