2006 Fiat Strada vs. 2001 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2006 Fiat Strada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Vibe would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Vibe (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2001 Pontiac Vibe (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Strada | 2001 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Strada | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
