2005 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2011 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Bravo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Bravo. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 33 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am.
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 Fiat Bravo (361 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. (279 Nm). This means 2011 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Pontiac Grand Am | 2011 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | Pontiac | Fiat |
Model | Grand Am | Bravo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 361 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 57 L |