2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2010 Scion xD
To start off, 2010 Scion xD is newer by 3 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Scion xD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Scion xD (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Scion xD weights approximately 80 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, 2010 Scion xD (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Scion xD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 2010 Scion xD | |
| Make | Fiat | Scion |
| Model | Strada | xD |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2461 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 42 L |
