2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2006 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,460 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Almera. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 52 kg more than 2006 Nissan Almera. 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 Nissan Almera (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 2006 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Bravo | Almera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 14.4 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 | 1280 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
