1998 Fiat Bravo vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1998 Fiat Bravo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Bravo. (152 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 814 kg more than 1998 Fiat Bravo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Bravo. (186 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Bravo | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Bravo | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2840 mm |
