2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 520 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.
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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento. 2008 Toyota RAV4 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. 2008 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Seicento | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
