1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 8 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 485 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 2006 Ford E-350 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 2006 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento, 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Seicento | E-350 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1107 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 132 L |