2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1996 Fiat Brava
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Brava. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Brava has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Brava will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 1996 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Durango | Brava |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 63 L |
