2011 Fiat Sedici vs. 2012 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Fiat Sedici. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Fiat Sedici would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (133 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2011 Fiat Sedici. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai ix35. 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, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Fiat Sedici | 2012 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Sedici | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
