1998 Fiat Brava vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 745 kg more than 1998 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Brava. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (271 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Brava | 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Brava | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
