2009 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 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 X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. 2009 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2001 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2001 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW X5 | 2001 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | X5 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |