1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (107 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 693 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (211 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Palio | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
