2011 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2011 Fiat Bravo
To start off, both 2011 Chevrolet Impala and 2011 Fiat Bravo were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Bravo. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 178 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.
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, 2011 Fiat Bravo (361 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. 2011 Chevrolet Impala 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. 2011 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Chevrolet Impala | 2011 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Impala | Bravo |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 57 L |