1996 Holden Nova vs. 1997 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Holden Nova would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 625 kg more than 1996 Holden Nova. 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, 1997 Volkswagen Sharan (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Holden Nova | 1997 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Nova | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2840 mm |
