2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 114 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, 2005 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Bravo | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Bravo | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |