2012 Fiat Bravo vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, both 2012 Fiat Bravo and 2012 Fiat Croma were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Croma (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Croma weights approximately 290 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Fiat Croma (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Bravo. 2012 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Bravo has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Bravo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Fiat Bravo | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Bravo | Croma |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |