2006 Fiat Strada vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Fiat Strada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Strada | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Strada | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 144 L |
