2007 Fiat Bravo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Bravo would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 120 kg more 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, 2007 Fiat Bravo (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Bravo | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Bravo | Caddy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |