2011 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1572 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford Expedition | 2008 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Expedition | 500 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 494 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2502 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3023 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 35 L |