2000 Fiat Brava vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Brava (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Brava weights approximately 414 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Fiat Brava. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 2000 Fiat Brava (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Brava | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Brava | Carol |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 30 L |
