2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2005 Ford Ka
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 Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ka weights approximately 56 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Ka (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Strada | 2005 Ford Ka | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Strada | Ka |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1136 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |