2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (84 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 40 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2007 Fiat Strada (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Strada | Polo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| 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 | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
