2009 Audi A5 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 820 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 1999 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A5 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |