2009 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan

To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 487 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.

Because 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan 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 BMW M3 (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW M3 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
Make BMW Volkswagen
Model M3 Sharan
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3999 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 414 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 8300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 401 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.2 mm 95.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 178 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.1 seconds 15 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1807 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.3 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 70 L