2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 2006 Rover 45
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 168 kg more than 2006 Rover 45.
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 @ 2250 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 45. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 2006 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Bravo | 45 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1588 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
