2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 2013 BMW X5 M
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 M is newer by 5 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 M (547 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 458 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 M should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 M weights approximately 1155 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 2013 BMW X5 M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Bravo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 M 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, 2013 BMW X5 M (678 Nm @ 5650 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Bravo. 2013 BMW X5 M 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. 2013 BMW X5 M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 2013 BMW X5 M | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Bravo | X5 M |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1764 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 85 L |
