2008 Fiat Strada vs. 2008 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Strada and 2008 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Strada (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Strada weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Strada | 2008 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Strada | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 73.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 14.9 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 | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 43 L |