1999 Chrysler Cirrus vs. 1999 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, both 1999 Chrysler Cirrus and 1999 Volkswagen Fusca were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chrysler Cirrus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chrysler Cirrus (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler Cirrus should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chrysler Cirrus weights approximately 607 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Fusca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler Cirrus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Chrysler Cirrus (230 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Chrysler Cirrus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. 1999 Chrysler Cirrus has automatic transmission and 1999 Volkswagen Fusca has manual transmission. 1999 Volkswagen Fusca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chrysler Cirrus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler Cirrus | 1999 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cirrus | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1427 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
