2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, both 2008 BMW Z4 and 2008 Volkswagen Sharan were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 23 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Z4 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
