2006 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,262 cc, 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (151 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus.
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, 2006 Ford Focus (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Focus | Bravo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1368 cc |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 58 L |
