2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2010 Kia Borrego

To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Bravo would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Borrego weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Fiat Bravo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Bravo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego 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, 2010 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (361 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Bravo. 2010 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Bravo has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Bravo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Fiat Bravo 2010 Kia Borrego
Make Fiat Kia
Model Bravo Borrego
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1956 cc 3778 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 361 Nm 362 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 91.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.4 mm 96 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1435 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2900 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.3 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 78 L


 

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