2007 Fiat Bravo vs. 2010 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2010 Toyota Matrix is newer by 3 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Matrix (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Bravo. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 50 kg more than 2010 Toyota Matrix.
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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Matrix. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Bravo | 2010 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Bravo | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4394 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
