2007 Fiat Bravo vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Bravo. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 20 kg more than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Bravo | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Bravo | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
