2000 Fiat Brava vs. 2005 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Retona (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 826 kg more than 2000 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Fiat Brava. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Retona 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, 2005 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Brava | 2005 Kia Retona | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Brava | Retona |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |