2006 Fiat Strada vs. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1,984 cc, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Strada weights approximately 485 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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 Volkswagen Scirocco (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Strada | 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Strada | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1404 mm |
