2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Bravo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 828 kg more than 2011 Fiat Bravo.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Bravo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2011 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (184 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2011 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Kia | Fiat |
| Model | Sorento | Bravo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
