2006 Fiat Strada vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2006 Fiat Strada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Strada weights approximately 198 kg more than 2002 Xedos 9.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Strada | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Fiat | Xedos |
| Model | Strada | 9 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
