2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran

To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 2 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Bravo (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 24 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Bravo.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Fiat Bravo 2010 Volkswagen Touran
Make Fiat Volkswagen
Model Bravo Touran
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1368 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 153 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 212 km/hour 179 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.2 seconds 13.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1374 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 5.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 60 L


 

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