2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Seicento and 2005 Ford Ranger were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 465 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 2005 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (170 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Seicento | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Seicento | Ranger |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 21.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1275 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |