2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 651 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 500 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |