1999 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2012 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 430 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira.
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, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Sharan | 2012 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sharan | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
