2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 441 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Bravo | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2774 mm |
