2008 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 169 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.

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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Volkswagen Bora 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Bora Sharan
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 2790 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 128 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 200 km/hour 217 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.5 seconds 9.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1373 kg 1204 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.5 L/100km 10.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 70 L