2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 538 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Expedition | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Expedition | Sharan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |