2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 2007 GMC Savana

To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 980 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.

Because 2007 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Bravo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Savana (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Bravo. 2007 GMC Savana 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. 2007 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Fiat Bravo 2007 GMC Savana
Make Fiat GMC
Model Bravo Savana
Year Released 2008 2007
Body Type Hatchback Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1368 cc 4294 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 195 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 353 Nm
Torque RPM 2250 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 9.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 15 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 2330 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 5700 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 2080 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 3440 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 117 L


 

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