2000 Fiat Seicento vs. 2007 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2007 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 7 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar X-Type (231 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 860 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 2007 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2007 Jaguar X-Type (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Seicento. 2007 Jaguar X-Type 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. 2007 Jaguar X-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Seicento | 2007 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | Seicento | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 62 L |
