2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2013 GMC Acadia

To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 853 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 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Bravo. 2013 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Fiat Bravo 2013 GMC Acadia
Make Fiat GMC
Model Bravo Acadia
Year Released 2009 2013
Body Type Hatchback Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1368 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 119 HP 284 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 85 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 2203 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 5101 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 2003 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1846 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 3020 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 83 L


 

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