2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
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 Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (163 HP) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 553 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 Subaru Forester (225 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada. 2006 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Strada | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
