2006 Fiat Strada vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2006 Fiat Strada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta 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 Fiat Strada (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Strada | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Strada | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 166 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 | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
