1997 Fiat Brava vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 12 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Brava.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Fiat Brava. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Brava | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Brava | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
