2009 BMW 528 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2009 BMW 528 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 528. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 528 | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 528 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2919 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
