2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 2008 Porsche 911

To start off, both 2008 Fiat Bravo and 2008 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 70 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 2008 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Bravo.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Fiat Bravo 2008 Porsche 911
Make Fiat Porsche
Model Bravo 911
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1910 cc 3823 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.1 mm 99 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.4 mm 82.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.5:1 11.8:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 9 seconds 4.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1435 kg 1505 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.6 L/100km 11.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 64 L


 

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