2011 Nissan Frontier vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 881 kg more than 2012 Fiat Bravo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 2011 Nissan Frontier. 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Frontier | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | Frontier | Bravo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
