2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2011 Fiat Strada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Strada.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 639 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Strada. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2011 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Excursion | Strada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5948 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 58 L |
