2004 Kia Retona vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo

To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 520 kg more than 2012 Fiat Bravo.

Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Bravo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2012 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Retona.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Kia Retona 2012 Fiat Bravo
Make Kia Fiat
Model Retona Bravo
Year Released 2004 2012
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1367 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 90 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1870 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2610 mm


 

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