2011 Fiat Sedici vs. 2006 Smart ForFour

To start off, 2011 Fiat Sedici is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Sedici is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 287 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour.

Because 2011 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, both vehicles can yield 145 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2006 Smart ForFour has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Sedici has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Sedici will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Fiat Sedici 2006 Smart ForFour
Make Fiat Smart
Model Sedici ForFour
Year Released 2011 2006
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1586 cc 1499 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 106 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78.1 mm 75.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 84.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.8 seconds 9.8 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 978 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 5.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 47 L


 

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