1998 Fiat Brava vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1998 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Brava. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Brava | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Brava | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 114 L |
