2001 Fiat Brava vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2001 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Kia Sedona (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Brava. 2007 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Brava has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Brava will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Brava | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Brava | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
