2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 2000 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 Fiat Bravo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Bravo. 2000 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Bravo has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Bravo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 2000 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | Bravo | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |
