2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Fiat Strada (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Strada | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Strada | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |