2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2005 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac Vibe would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Vibe (170 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 177 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 Pontiac Vibe (172 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 2005 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Strada | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 49 L |
