2009 BMW 320 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 200 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2002 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 320 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
