2008 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 144 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat 500 | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 79 L |