2006 Fiat Strada vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Because 2012 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada. 2012 Toyota RAV4 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. 2012 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Strada | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Strada | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |