1996 Fiat Brava vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2005 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1996 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Brava. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (311 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 2005 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Brava | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
