1998 Fiat Bravo vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Bravo would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mariner (177 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Bravo. (152 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 474 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Fiat Bravo (186 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Bravo | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Bravo | Mariner |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 177 HP |
Torque | 186 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |