2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2009 BMW 118
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Bravo and 2009 BMW 118 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 36 kg more than 2009 Fiat Bravo.
Because 2009 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Bravo. 2009 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Bravo has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Bravo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Bravo | 2009 BMW 118 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Bravo | 118 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 51 L |