1998 Fiat Brava vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 11 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1270 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Brava. 2009 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. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Brava | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Brava | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| 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 | 2310 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 |
