2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo

To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 52 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.

Because 2005 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Bravo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Bravo. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Bravo has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Bravo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Expedition 2012 Fiat Bravo
Make Ford Fiat
Model Expedition Bravo
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 1368 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 119 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 495 Nm 206 Nm
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 106 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.9:1 9.8:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1298 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.9 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 106 L 58 L


 

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