1996 Fiat Brava vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 517 kg more than 1996 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Brava. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Brava has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Brava will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Brava | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1369 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
