2006 Chevrolet Epica vs. 2006 Fiat Strada
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Epica and 2006 Fiat Strada were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Epica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Epica (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Epica should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Epica (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Epica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Epica | 2006 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Epica | Strada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
