2009 Fiat Sedici vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Fiat Sedici is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Sedici. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 39 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Because 2009 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm). This means 2009 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Sedici | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Sedici | Altima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
