2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2010 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2010 Fiat Strada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Taurus (155 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Strada.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Strada. 2004 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 2010 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Taurus | Strada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
