2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A.
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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (180 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A.
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2008 Fiat Bravo | 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Bravo | A |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
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 | 81 HP |
Torque | 206 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 15 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 | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 54 L |