2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2003 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus LS (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus LS weights approximately 750 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Lexus LS (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada. 2003 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 2003 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | Strada | LS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 84 L |
