2000 Fiat Duna vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 2,000 cc, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP) has 54 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Duna. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 842 kg more than 2000 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Duna | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Duna | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1772 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 |
