2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2006 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Matrix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Matrix would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Matrix (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Toyota Matrix.
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, 2009 Fiat Bravo (290 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Matrix. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 2006 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Bravo | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
