Car A
Volkswagen Sharan TDI
A seven-seat diesel focused on efficiency and family practicality, with a strong safety standing. Not exciting to drive, but good value in its segment for long trips and daily duties.
Volkswagen Sharan TDI
Minivan · Diesel · FWD
vs
Ford Tourneo Custom
Van · Diesel
Car B
Ford Tourneo Custom
The Ford Tourneo Custom suits large families and road trips with seating for eight and up to 2,000 liters of cargo space. Its diesel returns about 6 L/100 km, favoring practicality and good value in its segment over performance or luxury.
Why compared
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Usage fit
Family
76
/
94
City
32
/
32
Budget / value
61
/
62
Road trip
63
/
66
Performance
28
/
28
Cargo
33
/
87
Practical
57
/
59
Premium
32
/
30
Winter
30
/
30
Scores out of 100. Blue = Volkswagen Sharan TDI · Orange = Ford Tourneo Custom
Specs side-by-side
Spec
Volkswagen Sharan TDI
Ford Tourneo Custom
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.
Pros & cons
Volkswagen Sharan TDI
- Seats seven for large-family needs.
- Efficient for its class at 5.5 L/100 km, helpful on long trips.
- Strong safety standing in its class.
- Good value in its segment for a seven-seat diesel around 40,000.
- Modest acceleration (0–100 km/h in 9.5 s) won’t suit performance-minded drivers.
- Front-wheel drive and winter capability not being a strong suit make it less ideal in harsh conditions without proper tires.
- Only 300 L of cargo space with all seven seats in use.
- Driving engagement takes a back seat to efficiency and family duty.
Ford Tourneo Custom
- Eight seats and a 2,000 L cargo area suit large families and bulky gear
- Diesel consumption around 6 L/100 km is efficient for its class on long trips
- 350 Nm of torque helps when fully loaded and during highway merges
- Offers good value in its segment at this price point
- Modest performance; 130 hp and 0–100 km/h in 10.5 s won’t thrill enthusiasts
- Not positioned as a premium model in materials or features
- Diesel-only powertrain won’t suit buyers seeking petrol or electrified options
- Eight-seat capacity may be more than smaller households need
Verdict
Pick Volkswagen Sharan TDI if…
Best fuel economy
Volkswagen Sharan TDI uses 5.5 L/100km vs 6.0 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick Ford Tourneo Custom if…
Performance & capability
Ford Tourneo Custom is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.