2000 Fiat Seicento vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 8 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 898 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 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Seicento | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Seicento | Forester |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1114 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |