1998 Fiat Brava vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 13 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 915 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Brava. 2011 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Brava has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Brava will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Brava | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Brava | Pilot |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |