2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Solara weights approximately 24 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Solara. (204 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Bravo | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Bravo | Solara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |