2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Bravo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 165 kg more than 2011 Fiat Bravo.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Bravo. 2009 Kia Sportage 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. 2009 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Sportage | 2011 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | Kia | Fiat |
Model | Sportage | Bravo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 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 | 1515 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |