2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1197 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, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Strada | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Strada | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |