2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2009 Ford GT

To start off, both 2009 Fiat Bravo and 2009 Ford GT were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford GT weights approximately 85 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.

Because 2009 Ford GT 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 Ford GT. 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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Bravo.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Fiat Bravo 2009 Ford GT
Make Fiat Ford
Model Bravo GT
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1908 cc 5409 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 493 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 678 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 90.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.4 mm 105.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.5:1 8.4:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 209 km/hour 305 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9 seconds 3.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1435 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1130 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.6 L/100km 7.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 66 L


 

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