1995 Fiat Brava vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 14 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Brava. (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Brava weights approximately 164 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Brava. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Brava | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Brava | Escape |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
