2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2002 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Primera. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 120 kg more than 2002 Nissan Primera. 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, 2009 Fiat Bravo (361 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Primera. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 2002 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Bravo | Primera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1956 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 62 L |
