2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2004 Saturn L
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Saturn L would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 Saturn L.
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 @ 1500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Bravo | 2004 Saturn L | |
Make | Fiat | Saturn |
Model | Bravo | L |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 94 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 62 L |