2007 Fiat Bravo vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Bravo would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Bravo. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 116 kg more than 2012 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, 2007 Fiat Bravo (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Bravo | 2012 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Bravo | Focus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1324 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 47 L |