2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Strada and 2007 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 168 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Opel Astra (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Strada | 2007 Opel Astra | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Strada | Astra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 52 L |