2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 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 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Bravo (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 875 kg more than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
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 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Bravo | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Bravo | T5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 18.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |