2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2011 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2011 Fiat Strada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Strada.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Ranger (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2011 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Ranger | Strada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
