2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 227 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Bravo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (290 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Bravo | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Bravo | Ranger |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 100.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 84.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 74 L |