2008 Fiat Strada vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Strada and 2008 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Fiat Strada.
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 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Strada | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Strada | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 113 HP |
Torque | 120 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.8 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |