1998 Fiat Brava vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1348 kg more than 1998 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Brava | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Brava | Armada |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |
