2011 Kia Optima vs. 2011 Fiat Bravo
To start off, both 2011 Kia Optima and 2011 Fiat Bravo were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Optima (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Bravo. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Optima weights approximately 148 kg more than 2011 Fiat Bravo. 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, 2011 Kia Optima (209 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Bravo. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Bravo. 2011 Kia Optima 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. 2011 Kia Optima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Kia Optima | 2011 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | Kia | Fiat |
Model | Optima | Bravo |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1583 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1831 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2797 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |