2011 Ford E-250 vs. 2012 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2012 Fiat Sedici is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Sedici. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2012 Fiat Sedici. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2011 Ford E-250 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Sedici. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Sedici. 2011 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Sedici has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Sedici will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Ford E-250 | 2012 Fiat Sedici | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | E-250 | Sedici |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5504 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2154 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3505 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 50 L |