2009 Fiat Sedici vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2009 Fiat Sedici is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Sedici is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Sedici (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 300 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Smart ForFour. 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 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour. 2005 Smart ForFour has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Sedici has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Sedici will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Fiat Sedici | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Fiat | Smart |
Model | Sedici | ForFour |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |