2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 620 kg more than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
Because 2013 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | Bravo | RX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 266 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |
