2009 Audi A5 vs. 2007 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Audi A5 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2007 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A5 | Strada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 20.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
