2006 Fiat Strada vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 5 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Because 2011 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada. 2011 BMW 535 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. 2011 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Strada | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Strada | 535 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
