1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Bravo would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 973 kg more than 1995 Fiat Bravo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Bravo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Bravo. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1995 Fiat Bravo has manual transmission. 1995 Fiat Bravo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Bravo | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bravo | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.0: 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
