2008 Ford Fusion vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2012 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 Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fusion | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Fusion | Strada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |
