2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 weights approximately 839 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (460 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 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. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Strada | E500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1919 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
