2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2394 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 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 619 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Strada | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 5948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 3504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 167 L |
