2008 Fiat Strada vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Strada and 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 Fiat Strada.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Strada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Strada. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Fiat Strada | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Strada | SLK |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 355 HP |
Torque | 120 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |