2008 Fiat Sedici vs. 2006 Ford Territory

To start off, 2008 Fiat Sedici is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Territory. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Territory would be higher. At 3,982 cc, 2006 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 21 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory.

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, 2006 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Sedici. 2006 Ford Territory has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Sedici has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Sedici will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Fiat Sedici 2006 Ford Territory
Make Fiat Ford
Model Sedici Territory
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type Hatchback Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1586 cc 3982 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 106 HP 244 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 92.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 99.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 170 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.1 seconds 9.6 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1265 kg 1244 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 5390 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 13.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 76 L


 

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