2004 Fiat Seicento vs. 2009 Nissan Armada

To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 707 kg more than 2004 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Seicento. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Fiat Seicento 2009 Nissan Armada
Make Fiat Nissan
Model Seicento Armada
Year Released 2004 2009
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1116 cc 5551 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 85 Nm 522 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 735 kg 1442 kg
Vehicle Length 3330 mm 5280 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1990 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 3140 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 106 L


 

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