2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Strada.
Because 2007 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier 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, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Strada. 2007 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rainier | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Rainier | Strada |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4444 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1644 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2718 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 58 L |