2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2012 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 3 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 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix35. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 181 kg more than 2009 Fiat Bravo.
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, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Bravo.
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2009 Fiat Bravo | 2012 Hyundai ix35 | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Bravo | ix35 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 400 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |