2007 Fiat Bravo vs. 2004 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2007 Fiat Bravo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Astra (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Bravo. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Astra.
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, 2007 Fiat Bravo (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. (255 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Bravo | 2004 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Bravo | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
