2006 Fiat Strada vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Strada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 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 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2005 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 2005 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 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Strada | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Strada | Polo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1983 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 |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |