2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 2001 Ford F-250

To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1540 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-250 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, 2001 Ford F-250 (475 Nm) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 2001 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento. 2001 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Seicento 2001 Ford F-250
Make Fiat Ford
Model Seicento F-250
Year Released 2005 2001
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1108 cc 5407 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 53 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 2750 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 88 Nm 475 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 2350 kg
Vehicle Length 3330 mm 5760 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 3490 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 132 L


 

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