2008 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 108 kg more than 2005 Volvo S60.
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 Volvo S60 (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Sharan | S60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
