2008 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2011 Fiat Strada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Strada.
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 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2011 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Focus | Strada |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4444 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1644 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2718 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 58 L |