2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2006 Honda Accord

To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 555 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, 2006 Honda Accord (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Bravo. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Bravo has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Bravo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Fiat Bravo 2006 Honda Accord
Make Fiat Honda
Model Bravo Accord
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1908 cc 2999 cc
Horse Power 148 HP 253 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 5000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1435 kg 1990 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.6 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 65 L


 

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