2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 (290 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
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2009 Fiat Bravo | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Bravo | Impreza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 65.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
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 | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |