2006 Fiat Strada vs. 2007 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2007 Ford Fusion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fusion (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fusion 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, 2007 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Strada | 2007 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Strada | Fusion |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1559 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 176 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 | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |