2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1998 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1684 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1998 Fiat Seicento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Tahoe | Seicento |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1107 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 284 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 35 L |