2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 211 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2009 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Bravo | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 11.9 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 | 1356 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |
