2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 4 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 408 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 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Bravo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (290 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Bravo. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY 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. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | Bravo | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1843 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2127 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 78 L |
