2009 Fiat Strada vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 Fiat Strada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Strada weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Strada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Strada | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Strada | Ranger |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 21.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1275 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |