2011 Audi S4 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Audi S4 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2011 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 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, 2011 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi S4 | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | S4 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1829 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2809 mm | 2919 mm |
