2008 Fiat Strada vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Fiat Strada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Strada weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2008 Fiat Strada (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Strada | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Strada | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
