2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 279 kg more than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 Nissan Hardbody 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 Nissan Hardbody (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Bravo | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 90 L |
