2007 Fiat Bravo vs. 2001 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 Fiat Bravo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 Fiat Bravo.
Because 2001 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Bravo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2007 Fiat Bravo (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Bravo | 2001 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Bravo | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
