2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 2011 Dodge Ram

To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 881 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 2011 Dodge Ram 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, 2011 Dodge Ram 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (510 Nm) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento. 2011 Dodge Ram 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. 2011 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Seicento 2011 Dodge Ram
Make Fiat Dodge
Model Seicento Ram
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1108 cc 5654 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 345 HP
Engine RPM 2750 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 88 Nm 510 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 1691 kg
Vehicle Length 3330 mm 6350 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 2000 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 4080 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.2 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 132 L


 

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