2006 Fiat Strada vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 4 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra 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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Strada | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Strada | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
