2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Fiat Bravo

To start off, 2011 Fiat Bravo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Bravo. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.

Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Bravo. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Bravo has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Bravo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Kia Sorento 2011 Fiat Bravo
Make Kia Fiat
Model Sorento Bravo
Year Released 2008 2011
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3778 cc 1367 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 262 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2250 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.4:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1285 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 58 L