2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 215 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, 2004 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada. 2004 Porsche Boxster 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. 2004 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Strada | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
