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Is the word votar the same in Brazilian and European Portuguese?

Yes

The word "votar" is identical in meaning, spelling, and grammatical function in both Brazilian and Continental Portuguese. The only difference lies in pronunciation. In Brazilian Portuguese, the vowels tend to be more open and the rhythm is more melodic. In Continental Portuguese, unstressed vowels are often "reduced" or swallowed (making them sound more closed), and the consonants may be pronounced with a more dental and subtle articulation.

Brazilian Portuguese Examples

  1. Eu vou votar amanhã. (I am going to vote tomorrow.)
  2. Você já sabe em quem vai votar? (Do you already know who you are going to vote for?)
  3. Nós votamos no candidato que mais gostamos. (We voted for the candidate we liked most.)
  4. É importante votar para mudar o país. (It is important to vote to change the country.)
  5. Ele não pretende votar nesta eleição. (He does not intend to vote in this election.)

Continental Portuguese Examples

  1. Eu vou votar amanhã. (I am going to vote tomorrow.)
  2. Já sabes em quem vais votar? (Do you already know who you are going to vote for?)
  3. Nós votámos no candidato de que mais gostámos. (We voted for the candidate we liked most.)
  4. É importante votar para mudar o país. (It is important to vote to change the country.)
  5. Ele não pretende votar nestas eleições. (He does not intend to vote in these elections.)