2009 Fiat Strada vs. 2009 Ford Edge
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Strada and 2009 Ford Edge were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Strada weights approximately 198 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Because 2009 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Strada. 2009 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Strada | 2009 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Strada | Edge |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |
