2006 Fiat Strada vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Fiat Strada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus 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, 2002 Ford Focus (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Strada | 2002 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Strada | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 132 L |