2007 Kia Carnival vs. 2011 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Bravo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carnival (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Bravo. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 818 kg more than 2011 Fiat Bravo. 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 Carnival (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Carnival | 2011 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Kia | Fiat |
| Model | Carnival | Bravo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2168 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
