2006 Fiat Strada vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Fiat Strada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Strada weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2000 Porsche Boxster 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 2000 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2000 Porsche Boxster (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Strada | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Strada | Boxster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |