2008 Fiat Strada vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Fiat Strada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Strada weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
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, 2005 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Strada | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Strada | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |