2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 862 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.
Because 2011 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Strada | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
