2012 Fiat Bravo vs. 2011 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Suzuki Splash. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Suzuki Splash would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Bravo (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Splash. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 320 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Splash. 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, 2012 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Splash. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Fiat Bravo | 2011 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Bravo | Splash |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
