2006 Dodge Durango vs. 1998 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango 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 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1613 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 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 1998 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Durango | Seicento |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 67.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 35 L |
