2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Bravo and 2008 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
Because 2008 Porsche Boxster 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 Boxster. 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 Boxster (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Boxster 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 Boxster | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Bravo | Boxster |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 291 HP |
Torque | 206 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 272 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |