2006 Fiat Strada vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Strada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Strada (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2005 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Strada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Strada | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Fiat | Smart |
Model | Strada | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 22 L |