2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2008 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Vivaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Vivaro would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (118 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 312 kg more than 2009 Fiat Bravo.
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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (190 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Bravo | 2008 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Bravo | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 90 L |