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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (104 HP @ 4000 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. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 21 kg more than 2009 Fiat Bravo. 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 (290 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
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 | 1598 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |