1998 Dodge Durango vs. 1998 Fiat Seicento

To start off, both 1998 Dodge Durango and 1998 Fiat Seicento were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento. 1998 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Dodge Durango 1998 Fiat Seicento
Make Dodge Fiat
Model Durango Seicento
Year Released 1998 1998
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5899 cc 899 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 242 HP 38 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 453 Nm 65 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2035 kg 730 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 3330 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2210 mm


 

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