2009 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 642 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (211 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. 2009 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Volkswagen Passat | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Passat | Sharan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |