2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,229 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 254 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Bravo.
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2009 Fiat Bravo | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Bravo | Avensis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 15.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |