2009 Ford Flex vs. 1997 Innocenti Mille
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Innocenti Mille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Innocenti Mille would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1997 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Flex weights approximately 106 kg more than 1997 Innocenti Mille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Innocenti Mille. 2009 Ford Flex has automatic transmission and 1997 Innocenti Mille has manual transmission. 1997 Innocenti Mille will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Flex | 1997 Innocenti Mille | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Flex | Mille |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2370 mm |
