2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 131 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bravo | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1264 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
