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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Strada | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Strada | Polo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 206 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 | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |