1999 Fiat Brava vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 14 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (464 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 835 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 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Brava. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF 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 Jaguar XF (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Brava | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | Brava | XF |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2909 mm |
