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I Need Advice Pls: Between Volkswagen Sharan And Ford Galaxy For Commercial Biz by ElvishKing: 5:58pm On Oct 28, 2017 |
Dear Car Talk gurus I intend to start a small commercial transport business using MPVs. I intend to start out with 2 or 3 cars for long distance between states in the northern part of the country. My choice of cars are: Either Ford Galaxy or Volkswagen Sharan all petrol engines. My questions are: 1: Which is the better option between the two cars? taking into consideration performance fuel efficiency, durability, etc. 2: What is the ideal manufacturing years to buy? I am looking at between 2000-2003? I could lower or higher, no problem. 3: What engine size to go for? Sharan: 1.8Turbo, 2.0, 2.8 (VR6)? Ford Galaxy: 2.0, 2.3, 2.8 (VR6) 4: Automatic or manual drive? 5: Any other tips or info all welcome NB: I was advised to post this here as I am likely to get more responses Thanks for your input |
Re: I Need Advice Pls: Between Volkswagen Sharan And Ford Galaxy For Commercial Biz by TPound(m): 7:36am On Oct 29, 2017 |
both use the same parts...from engine and tranny to seats and body....but to me,go for the Saharan 2.0...its the ideal one for the business 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: I Need Advice Pls: Between Volkswagen Sharan And Ford Galaxy For Commercial Biz by abolore80(m): 11:29am On Oct 29, 2017 |
Go for sharan 2.0 manual gear. it's very good for transportation. You can try toyota previa or picnic as well. Goodluck I am into transportation as well. |
Re: I Need Advice Pls: Between Volkswagen Sharan And Ford Galaxy For Commercial Biz by ElvishKing: 12:48pm On Oct 29, 2017 |
TPound: Thanks very much for your input. Bless your hustle sir. 1 Like |
Re: I Need Advice Pls: Between Volkswagen Sharan And Ford Galaxy For Commercial Biz by ElvishKing: 12:49pm On Oct 29, 2017 |
abolore80: Thank you very much. I will consider the other options you mentioned as well. Bless your hustle sir |
Re: I Need Advice Pls: Between Volkswagen Sharan And Ford Galaxy For Commercial Biz by abolore80(m): 2:07pm On Oct 29, 2017 |
ElvishKing: You are welcome brother |
Re: I Need Advice Pls: Between Volkswagen Sharan And Ford Galaxy For Commercial Biz by emmanuel1990(m): 9:26am On Nov 08, 2017 |
ElvishKing:the 2 are the same, no much difference... pls i am a qualified driver with over 6 yrs driving experience, if there is any,vacancy for me pls help a brother..my contacts ..08168608601...08177086864.. 1 Like |
Re: I Need Advice Pls: Between Volkswagen Sharan And Ford Galaxy For Commercial Biz by City4all(m): 1:25pm On Nov 10, 2018 |
The two car are good Ford is very strong but is sensitive why sharon is not so.to buy Ford is cheap but Sharon is costly,if want to buy Ford buy 2.3engine and if you want to go for sharo n buy 1.8engine |
Re: I Need Advice Pls: Between Volkswagen Sharan And Ford Galaxy For Commercial Biz by komekn(m): 7:12pm On Nov 10, 2018 |
ElvishKing: Why not the very reliable, durable as well as proven and tested 1.9 tdi engine which is mote cost effective❓ The Galaxy, Sharan and Alhambra share the same platform from this joint venture. A number of parts are shared. But much more with the Seat Alhambra and Vw Sharan which are essentially the same just different badges. My preference would be for the VW better quality and reliability, followed by the Alhambra. But in all cases the 1.9tdi |
Re: I Need Advice Pls: Between Volkswagen Sharan And Ford Galaxy For Commercial Biz by ElvishKing: 11:20am On Feb 21, 2019 |
komekn: Sorry I am replying to this late. I did manage to ship a VW Sharan 2.0. I was advised in this forum to go for the 2.0 engine. I also recently got a Galaxy 2.0. So far, I think no worries. |
Re: I Need Advice Pls: Between Volkswagen Sharan And Ford Galaxy For Commercial Biz by komekn(m): 12:12pm On Feb 21, 2019 |
ElvishKing: First preference should be without question the VW Sharan, essentially because VW have far better build quality and therefore long term durability. Have you considered using the diesel engine of you are buying three vehicles then you are going to save a lot more in the long term. Diesel engine have far more resilience than the comparable petrol engines and have far more torque ideal for load carrying as well as almost double the fuel economy. 1 Like |
Re: I Need Advice Pls: Between Volkswagen Sharan And Ford Galaxy For Commercial Biz by ElvishKing: 3:52pm On Feb 21, 2019 |
komekn: Thanks for your reply and feedback. I have been advised to not purchase a diesel engine for the VW sharan. Specifically I was told because diesel is expensive and that eventually if the diesel engine starts getting problems, its difficult to fix. So basically, I have only bought petrol engines so far. What can you say about the problems with diesel engines, etc? |
Re: I Need Advice Pls: Between Volkswagen Sharan And Ford Galaxy For Commercial Biz by collele(m): 9:35pm On Feb 21, 2019 |
ElvishKing: How much did it cost u to ship in the VW Sharon 2.0?..Did you bring it in from Germany yourself? |
Re: I Need Advice Pls: Between Volkswagen Sharan And Ford Galaxy For Commercial Biz by komekn(m): 11:38am On Feb 22, 2019 |
ElvishKing: Firstly it's not rocket science. You can easily update your knowledge and if you have a conversant and professional mechanic there shouldn't be any problems. First thing be very careful where you buy your diesel from. Follow the service schedule regularly oil changes are very important. I notice we now do carbon cleaning in Nigeria there is a higher build up of carbon and if you drive in town a lot after a few years blocked EGR valves can become an issue. So having it cleaned out once every year is a good idea. Two friends have BMW X6 and Mercedes-Benz C class 220d both cars have been used in Warri for the past 5 years without any issues. Although the C class just had the high pressure fuel pump changed which cost brand new £345 he could have got a refurbished used one for £70. The C class is used quite often from Warri to Abuja. 1 Like |
Re: I Need Advice Pls: Between Volkswagen Sharan And Ford Galaxy For Commercial Biz by Deaconvertex(m): 3:41pm On Mar 15, 2019 |
Please how good is Sharan 2.8 engine.I want to know before it is imported. |
Re: I Need Advice Pls: Between Volkswagen Sharan And Ford Galaxy For Commercial Biz by Deaconvertex(m): 3:59pm On Mar 15, 2019 |
Please how good is Sharan 2.8 engine.I want to know before it is imported. Very urgent |
Re: I Need Advice Pls: Between Volkswagen Sharan And Ford Galaxy For Commercial Biz by adebobconed(m): 9:51pm On Mar 15, 2019 |
Deaconvertex: Bro Open a special thread for it That would draw more attention |
Re: I Need Advice Pls: Between Volkswagen Sharan And Ford Galaxy For Commercial Biz by NoContract(m): 9:51am On Mar 29, 2019 |
ElvishKing: Nice, I'm also considering the business. Can I have your whatsapp number please? Or can you send me a message on whatsapp by clicking this link [url]/2348066352819[/url] I need your advice on somethings please. Thanks. |
Re: I Need Advice Pls: Between Volkswagen Sharan And Ford Galaxy For Commercial Biz by FancyDaddy: 9:46pm On Feb 18, 2020 |
2.8 V6 is good for Family ride and Weekend rides. But not the best for Everyday Non-stop Commercial Transportation. More reason you were previously adviced to go for 2.0 VW Sharon. |
Re: I Need Advice Pls: Between Volkswagen Sharan And Ford Galaxy For Commercial Biz by biggestbravo(m): 12:10pm On Nov 20, 2020 |
Good afternoon, I want convert my Sharan engine. Which should I put 1.8 or 2.0? |
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