2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2008 Mazda 3
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 2,261 cc, 2008 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 3 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mazda 3 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 2008 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Strada | 3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 2261 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
