2005 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2012 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2012 Fiat Sedici is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 409 kg more than 2012 Fiat Sedici. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Sedici 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tacoma | 2012 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Tacoma | Sedici |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |
