2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2009 Hyundai Accent

To start off, both 2009 Fiat Bravo and 2009 Hyundai Accent were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 234 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Accent. 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 (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent. 2009 Hyundai Accent 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 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Fiat Bravo 2009 Hyundai Accent
Make Fiat Hyundai
Model Bravo Accent
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1368 cc 1599 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 2250 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 87 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 212 km/hour 176 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.5 seconds 12 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1356 kg 1122 kg
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 45 L


 

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