2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 2012 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 7 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Tucson (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 695 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, 2012 Hyundai Tucson (221 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 2012 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento. 2012 Hyundai Tucson 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. 2012 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Fiat Seicento | 2012 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Seicento | Tucson |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 221 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 58 L |