2006 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Bravo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Bravo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2010 Fiat Bravo (290 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
| Model | Golf | Bravo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
