2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2008 Honda Accord

To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 2 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.

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, 2008 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Bravo.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Fiat Bravo 2008 Honda Accord
Make Fiat Honda
Model Bravo Accord
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1368 cc 2352 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 2250 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1356 kg 1354 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 70 L


 

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