2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, both 2009 Fiat Bravo and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (169 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 131 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.

Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Bravo.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Fiat Bravo 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Fiat Mercedes-Benz
Model Bravo C
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1368 cc 2148 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 169 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 2250 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 88.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 212 km/hour 229 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.5 seconds 8.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1356 kg 1225 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1450 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 6.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 66 L


 

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