2008 Fiat Sedici vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Fiat Sedici is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 102 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Because 2008 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (250 Nm). This means 2008 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Sedici | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Sedici | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
