2008 Fiat Strada vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 470 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, 2010 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Strada. 2010 Mazda 5 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. 2010 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Strada | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Strada | 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 157 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
