2011 Kia Forte vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Kia Forte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Kia Forte would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 197 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte.
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, 2012 Fiat Bravo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Kia Forte | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | Kia | Fiat |
Model | Forte | Bravo |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1908 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1238 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4529 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1775 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 58 L |