2003 Fiat Seicento vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 522 kg more than 2003 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (165 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Seicento | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Seicento | Golf |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |