1999 Fiat Brava vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 975 kg more than 1999 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Brava. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Brava | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
Model | Brava | Rexton |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 78 L |