2008 Fiat Sedici vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2008 Fiat Sedici is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 675 kg more than 2008 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Sedici | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Sedici | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3050 mm |
