2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2007 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Strada and 2007 Pontiac Torrent were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Torrent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Torrent (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Because 2007 Pontiac Torrent 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, 2007 Pontiac Torrent 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, 2007 Pontiac Torrent (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada. 2007 Pontiac Torrent 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. 2007 Pontiac Torrent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Strada | 2007 Pontiac Torrent | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | Strada | Torrent |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |