2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2006 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Aerio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Aerio would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 275 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Aerio.
Because 2006 Suzuki Aerio 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, 2006 Suzuki Aerio 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, both vehicles can yield 206 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 2006 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Bravo | Aerio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
