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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 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. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 33 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Sedici.
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 | 1586 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1298 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 84 L |
