2000 Fiat Coupe vs. 2011 Ford Flex
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Flex weights approximately 848 kg more than 2000 Fiat Coupe. 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, 2011 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Coupe. 2011 Ford Flex has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Coupe has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Coupe | 2011 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Flex |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
