2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 445 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Hilux |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |