2009 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 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 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 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 A6 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 A6 (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 1999 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A6 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3129 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |