2001 Fiat Brava vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 250 kg more than 2001 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Brava. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Brava | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Brava | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
