2009 Audi Q5 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 744 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5.
Because 2009 Audi Q5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 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 Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q5 | 2003 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | Q5 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |