2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 2013 Acura RDX

To start off, 2013 Acura RDX is newer by 8 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura RDX weights approximately 1019 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 2013 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura RDX 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, 2013 Acura RDX (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento. 2013 Acura RDX 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. 2013 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Seicento 2013 Acura RDX
Make Fiat Acura
Model Seicento RDX
Year Released 2005 2013
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1116 cc 2300 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 84 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 730 kg 1749 kg
Vehicle Length 3330 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1872 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1678 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2685 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 60 L


 

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