2007 Fiat Sedici vs. 2008 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Sedici. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Sedici would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Tucson (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Sedici. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 217 kg more than 2007 Fiat Sedici. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Sedici | 2008 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Sedici | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
