2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2008 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fusion weights approximately 72 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada.
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, 2008 Ford Fusion (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Strada | 2008 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Strada | Fusion |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |