2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo

To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (173 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 380 kg more than 2012 Fiat Bravo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2012 Fiat Bravo (361 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Bravo has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Bravo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chrysler Town & Country 2012 Fiat Bravo
Make Chrysler Fiat
Model Town & Country Bravo
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3301 cc 1956 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 173 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 90.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 1435 kg
Vehicle Length 5150 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 3090 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.1 L/100km 5.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 57 L


 

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