2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 2007 Fiat Bravo

To start off, both 2007 Cadillac CTS and 2007 Fiat Bravo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (253 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Bravo. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 311 kg more than 2007 Fiat Bravo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Bravo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Bravo. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Bravo.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Cadillac CTS 2007 Fiat Bravo
Make Cadillac Fiat
Model CTS Bravo
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3564 cc 1909 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 253 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 343 Nm 255 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 90.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 241 km/hour 194 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7 seconds 10.5 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1706 kg 1395 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 3940 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.3 L/100km 5.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 57 L


 

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