2008 Toyota Auris vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Toyota Auris is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Auris. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Auris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 26 kg more than 2008 Toyota Auris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Auris. (158 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Auris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Auris | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Auris | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
