1998 Fiat Bravo vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2002 Toyota Caldina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Bravo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (256 HP) has 104 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Bravo. (152 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 295 kg more than 1998 Fiat Bravo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Bravo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Bravo. (186 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Bravo. 2002 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Bravo has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Bravo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Bravo | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Bravo | Caldina |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 256 HP |
Torque | 186 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |