2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2002 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Vibe would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Vibe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 88 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Vibe.
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 (290 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Vibe. (175 Nm). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 2002 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Bravo | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 76 L |
