2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
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 Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 360 kg more than 2009 Fiat Bravo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Fiat Bravo (361 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Bravo | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1956 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 72 L |
