1995 Fiat Brava vs. 2010 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2010 Ford Kuga is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Brava. (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Kuga weights approximately 410 kg more than 1995 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Brava. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Kuga will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Brava. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Fiat Brava | 2010 Ford Kuga | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Brava | Kuga |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |