1996 Fiat Brava vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 10 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 405 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 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Brava | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Brava | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1369 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |