2008 Fiat Strada vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2008 Fiat Strada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Strada weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Strada | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Strada | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |