2001 Fiat Seicento vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 8 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Escape weights approximately 231 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.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Seicento | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Seicento | Escape |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 57 L |
