2001 Fiat Seicento vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-150 weights approximately 981 kg more than 2001 Fiat Seicento. 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, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Seicento | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Seicento | E-150 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 132 L |