2008 Ford S-Max 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 S-Max. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford S-Max would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford S-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford S-Max (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford S-Max 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 S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford S-Max | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | S-Max | Strada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 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 | 4770 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
