2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2010 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2010 Fiat Sedici is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (204 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Sedici. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 315 kg more than 2010 Fiat Sedici. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Freestyle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Sedici. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 2010 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Freestyle | Sedici |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
