2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2001 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 345 kg more than 2001 Kia Shuma. 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, 2009 Fiat Bravo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Shuma. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 2001 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Bravo | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
