2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (144 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 377 kg more than 2009 Fiat Bravo.
Because 2005 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Bravo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty will offer significantly more control. 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 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Bravo | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |
