1998 Fiat Brava vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 15 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 878 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 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Brava. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Brava | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Brava | XC60 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4627 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1891 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1713 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2774 mm |