2012 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 66 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series 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 2013 BMW 5 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Sharan | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1904 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2919 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
