2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2005 Ford Freestar (320 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Strada. 2005 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Freestar | Strada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 58 L |
