2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 4 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 3 weights approximately 217 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, 2011 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Strada | 3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1366 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1297 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |