2008 Acura TL vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Strada.
Because 2008 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL 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, 2008 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Strada. 2008 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | TL | Strada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
