2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 126 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra.
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2009 Fiat Bravo | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | Bravo | Vectra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |