2008 Fiat Strada vs. 2008 Ford Explorer
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Strada and 2008 Ford Explorer were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 Fiat Strada.
Because 2008 Ford Explorer 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, 2008 Ford Explorer 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, 2008 Ford Explorer (345 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Strada. 2008 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Fiat Strada | 2008 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Strada | Explorer |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 120 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 85 L |