2006 BMW X3 vs. 2009 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2009 Fiat Strada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X3 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, 2006 BMW X3 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, 2006 BMW X3 (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 2009 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | X3 | Strada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 58 L |
