2008 Fiat Sedici vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Sedici. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Sedici would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 309 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 2010 Ford Transit Connect. 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, 2010 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Sedici. 2010 Ford Transit Connect 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. 2010 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Sedici | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Sedici | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
