1995 Fiat Brava vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Brava (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 515 kg more than 1995 Fiat Brava.
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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Brava. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Brava | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Brava | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |
