2008 BMW 535 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 BMW 535 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 262 kg more than 2008 BMW 535.
Because 2008 BMW 535 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 BMW 535 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 BMW 535 (408 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. 2008 BMW 535 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 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW 535 | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 535 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |