2006 Fiat Strada vs. 2008 Skoda Praktik
To start off, 2008 Skoda Praktik 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Praktik (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Praktik 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 Skoda Praktik (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Praktik will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Strada | 2008 Skoda Praktik | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Strada | Praktik |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 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 | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
