2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2007 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Bravo would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Bravo. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
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, 2007 Fiat Bravo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2007 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Nubira | Bravo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
