2006 Fiat Strada vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Strada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Strada (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
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 Fiat Strada (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Strada | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Strada | Polo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |