2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 79 kg more than 2009 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, 2005 Ford Focus (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Bravo | Focus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |
