2008 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 142 kg more than 2008 BMW 530.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 530 | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 530 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 15 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1807 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |