2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (382 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 548 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.
Because 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Vauxhall Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Strada | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | Strada | Monaro |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1658 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |