2011 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, both 2011 Volkswagen Sharan and 2011 BMW 120 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 283 kg more than 2011 BMW 120.
Because 2011 BMW 120 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 2011 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. 2011 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volkswagen Sharan | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
Model | Sharan | 120 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1400 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1904 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2919 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |