2007 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Bravo (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Ranger | Bravo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
