1998 Fiat Scudo vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2002 Toyota Caldina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Scudo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Scudo would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 210 kg more than 1998 Fiat Scudo. 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Scudo. 2002 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Scudo has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Scudo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Scudo | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Scudo | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
