2002 Fiat Seicento vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Outback weights approximately 700 kg more than 2002 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (215 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Seicento. 2009 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2002 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 2002 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Fiat Seicento | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Seicento | Outback |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1114 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |