2002 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Sharan 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 32 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (118 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 405 kg more than 2012 Fiat Grande 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, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volkswagen Sharan | 2012 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
| Model | Sharan | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
