1998 Fiat Brava vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 700 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.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Brava. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Brava | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Brava | 911 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |