2000 Dodge Durango vs. 2002 Fiat Seicento

To start off, 2002 Fiat Seicento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1240 kg more than 2002 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Dodge Durango (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Seicento. 2000 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2002 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 2002 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Dodge Durango 2002 Fiat Seicento
Make Dodge Fiat
Model Durango Seicento
Year Released 2000 2002
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4702 cc 1114 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 232 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 84 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1975 kg 735 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 3330 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1520 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2210 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 35 L


 

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