1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2004 GMC Envoy

To start off, 2004 GMC Envoy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1275 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 2004 GMC Envoy 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, 2004 GMC Envoy 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, 2004 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento. 2004 GMC Envoy 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. 2004 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Fiat Seicento 2004 GMC Envoy
Make Fiat GMC
Model Seicento Envoy
Year Released 1998 2004
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1107 cc 4160 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 53 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 86 Nm 374 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 102 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 735 kg 2010 kg
Vehicle Length 3340 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 83 L


 

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