2006 Fiat Strada vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 6 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Strada | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Strada | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
