2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 5 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Strada | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5096 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |
