2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2007 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1120 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 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2007 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Colorado | Strada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |
