1995 Fiat Bravo 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 Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Bravo would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 179 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 Bravo. 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 (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (147 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Bravo. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1995 Fiat Bravo has manual transmission. 1995 Fiat Bravo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Bravo | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Bravo | Escape |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
