2000 Fiat Seicento vs. 2004 Ford Expedition

To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1759 kg more than 2000 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Ford Expedition 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 2004 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Seicento. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Fiat Seicento 2004 Ford Expedition
Make Fiat Ford
Model Seicento Expedition
Year Released 2000 2004
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1114 cc 5406 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 84 Nm 475 Nm
Engine Bore Size 70 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 106 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.0:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 735 kg 2494 kg
Vehicle Length 3340 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1980 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 106 L


 

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