2006 Fiat Strada vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Because 2011 BMW X5 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 X5 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 X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada. 2011 BMW X5 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 X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Strada | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Strada | X5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 85 L |