2002 Fiat Seicento vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 11 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 898 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.
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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Seicento. 2013 Ford Escape 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. 2013 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Fiat Seicento | 2013 Ford Escape | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Seicento | Escape |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1114 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4524 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2078 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 57 L |