1998 Fiat Bravo vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 11 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Bravo (152 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 574 kg more than 1998 Fiat Bravo.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Bravo. (186 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Bravo | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Bravo | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
