2008 Fiat Strada vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2008 Fiat Strada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,261 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 410 kg more than 2008 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2006 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Strada | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Strada | Escape |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 2261 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
