2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 425 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (271 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Z4 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
