2008 BMW 735 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 BMW 735 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 3,600 cc, 2008 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 735 weights approximately 183 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2008 BMW 735 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 735. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2008 BMW 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (266 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 735 | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 735 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2792 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.2 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
