2003 Fiat Albea vs. 2009 Hyundai Entourage
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Entourage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Albea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Albea would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Entourage (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Albea. (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Albea.
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, 2009 Hyundai Entourage (253 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Albea. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Albea. 2009 Hyundai Entourage has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Albea has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Albea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Entourage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Albea | 2009 Hyundai Entourage | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Albea | Entourage |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 253 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
