1997 Fiat Brava vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 830 kg more than 1997 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Brava | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Brava | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
