2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Bravo and 2008 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 (193 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 165 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.
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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S80. (280 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S80. 2008 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Fiat Bravo | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Bravo | S80 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 8.9 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 | 1435 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |