2006 Fiat Strada vs. 2003 Maybach 57
To start off, 2006 Fiat Strada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Maybach 57 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 471 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Because 2003 Maybach 57 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 2003 Maybach 57. 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, 2003 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 798 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada. 2003 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Strada | 2003 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Fiat | Maybach |
| Model | Strada | 57 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2220 mm |
