2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2002 Ford Escape
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Escape would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Escape weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 2002 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Strada | Escape |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |
