2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 2 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 445 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, 2009 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada. 2009 BMW 525 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. 2009 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Strada | 2009 BMW 525 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Strada | 525 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1366 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |