2009 Fiat Sedici vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 Fiat Sedici is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Sedici (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1462 kg more than 2009 Fiat Sedici.
Because 2009 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Ranger. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Sedici | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Sedici | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2862 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
