2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Bravo and 2008 Kia Carens were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carens weights approximately 76 kg more than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
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, 2008 Fiat Bravo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens. 2008 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Bravo has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Bravo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 2008 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Bravo | Carens |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
