2009 BMW M6 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (501 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW M6 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 M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. 2009 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 1999 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW M6 | 1999 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | M6 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 501 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |