2009 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 378 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (266 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Touran | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Touran | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
