2008 Fiat Sedici vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2008 Fiat Sedici is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 33 kg more than 2008 Fiat Sedici. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Sedici. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Sedici has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Sedici will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Sedici | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Sedici | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 106 L |
