2009 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2011 Fiat Bravo

To start off, 2011 Fiat Bravo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (344 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Bravo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 815 kg more than 2011 Fiat Bravo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Bravo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Bravo. (290 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Bravo. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Bravo has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Bravo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Volkswagen Touareg 2011 Fiat Bravo
Make Volkswagen Fiat
Model Touareg Bravo
Year Released 2009 2011
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 344 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 440 Nm 290 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.8 seconds 11.3 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2250 kg 1435 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1930 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 4.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 57 L


 

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