1995 Fiat Brava vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 5,954 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Brava. (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2240 kg more than 1995 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Brava. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (759 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 605 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Brava. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Brava. 2003 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1995 Fiat Brava has manual transmission. 1995 Fiat Brava will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Fiat Brava | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Brava | Excursion |
Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1745 cc | 5954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 3370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3490 mm |