2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 2008 Renault Thalia

To start off, both 2008 Fiat Bravo and 2008 Renault Thalia were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Thalia (97 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 280 kg more than 2008 Renault Thalia.

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 (128 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2008 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia. 2008 Renault Thalia has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Bravo has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Bravo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Renault Thalia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Fiat Bravo 2008 Renault Thalia
Make Fiat Renault
Model Bravo Thalia
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1368 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 97 HP
Torque 128 Nm 127 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.5 seconds 7.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4261 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1639 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1439 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2473 mm


 

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