2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour.
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, 2006 Smart ForFour (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Strada | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Fiat | Smart |
Model | Strada | ForFour |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 84.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |