2008 BMW 320 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 275 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2002 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 320 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
