2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2006 Subaru Baja

To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Baja. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Baja would be higher. At 2,458 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Baja weights approximately 400 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 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Fiat Strada 2006 Subaru Baja
Make Fiat Subaru
Model Strada Baja
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Pickup Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1697 cc 2458 cc
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 68 HP 165 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.6 mm 100.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.2 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 20.3:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1110 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 64 L


 

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