1996 Fiat Brava vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 12 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 920 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 2008 Honda Pilot 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, 2008 Honda Pilot 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava. 2008 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Brava has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Brava will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Brava | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Brava | Pilot |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 77 L |