1998 Fiat Brava vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 5 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1170 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 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2003 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Brava. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Brava has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Brava will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Brava | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Brava | Touareg |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |