2006 Fiat Strada vs. 2006 Ford GT
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Strada and 2006 Ford GT were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 450 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 309 kg more than 2006 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford GT 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 2006 Ford GT. 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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Strada | 2006 Ford GT | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Strada | GT |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 66 L |