2003 Fiat Seicento vs. 2009 Ford S-Max
To start off, 2009 Ford S-Max is newer by 6 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford S-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford S-Max (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford S-Max should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford S-Max weights approximately 1008 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.
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 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Seicento | 2009 Ford S-Max | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Seicento | S-Max |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |