2007 Fiat Bravo vs. 2004 Volvo V40
To start off, 2007 Fiat Bravo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo V40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo V40 would be higher. At 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V40 (169 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Bravo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Bravo.
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, 2004 Volvo V40 (240 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Bravo. (128 Nm). This means 2004 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Bravo | 2004 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Bravo | V40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
