2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Bravo would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 89 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Bravo | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | Bravo | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 49 L |