2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (164 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 274 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 2005 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (250 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Bravo | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Bravo | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 79 L |