2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Bravo (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 42 kg more than 2008 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, 2004 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Bravo. 2004 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Bravo has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Bravo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Fiat Bravo | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Bravo | Focus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 53 L |