1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2008 Ford Expedition

To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 10 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Expedition weights approximately 380 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 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento. 2008 Ford Expedition 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. 2008 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Fiat Seicento 2008 Ford Expedition
Make Fiat Ford
Model Seicento Expedition
Year Released 1998 2008
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 899 cc 5408 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 38 HP 301 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 65 Nm 495 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.8:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 730 kg 1110 kg
Vehicle Length 3330 mm 5250 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1970 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 106 L


 

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