2008 Fiat Strada vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 5 weights approximately 336 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, 2009 Mazda 5 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Strada | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Strada | 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 144 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
