2006 Fiat Strada vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan NP300 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, 2009 Nissan NP300 (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Strada | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Strada | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
