2003 Honda Inspire vs. 2011 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Bravo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Inspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Inspire would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Inspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Inspire (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Bravo. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Inspire should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Inspire weights approximately 190 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, 2003 Honda Inspire (288 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Inspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Bravo. 2003 Honda Inspire 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. 2003 Honda Inspire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Honda Inspire | 2011 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Inspire | Bravo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |