2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 2007 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Holden Captiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Holden Captiva would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Holden Captiva weights approximately 505 kg more than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
Because 2007 Holden Captiva 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 Holden Captiva 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 Holden Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 2007 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Bravo | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |
