2006 Fiat Strada vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Strada | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Strada | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |