2007 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Bravo.
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, 2012 Fiat Bravo (361 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Five Hundred. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Five Hundred. 2007 Ford Five Hundred 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. 2007 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Five Hundred | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Five Hundred | Bravo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |