1996 Fiat Legram vs. 2011 Ford Flex

To start off, 2011 Ford Flex is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Legram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Legram would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Legram. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Legram.

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, 2011 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Legram. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Legram. 2011 Ford Flex has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Legram has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Legram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Fiat Legram 2011 Ford Flex
Make Fiat Ford
Model Legram Flex
Year Released 1996 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 145 HP 262 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 191 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 5126 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1928 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1727 mm


 

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