2008 Fiat Sedici vs. 2005 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2008 Fiat Sedici is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda FR-V weights approximately 321 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.
Because 2008 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda FR-V. 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, 2005 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Sedici | 2005 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Sedici | FR-V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
