2000 Fiat Brava vs. 2012 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2012 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 12 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1698 kg more than 2000 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lincoln Navigator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Lincoln Navigator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Brava, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Brava. 2012 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Brava has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Brava will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Brava | 2012 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | Brava | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 2742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1984 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 127 L |
