1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 465 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tempra | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |
