1999 Fiat Duna vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 793 kg more than 1999 Fiat Duna. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Duna | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2919 mm |
