1999 Fiat Punto vs. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 710 kg more than 1999 Fiat Punto. 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, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 2002 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Punto | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
