2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Bravo would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 450 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 2009 GMC Yukon 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, 2009 GMC Yukon 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Bravo. 2009 GMC Yukon 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. 2009 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Bravo | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 98 L |
