2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2006 BMW 316
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 316 weights approximately 385 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, 2006 BMW 316 (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada. 2006 BMW 316 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. 2006 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Strada | 2006 BMW 316 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Strada | 316 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 63 L |