2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio.
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, 2008 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Bravo | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
