2008 Fiat Strada vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 2 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2010 BMW 325 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 2010 BMW 325. 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, 2010 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Strada | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Strada | 325 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 194 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |
