2009 BMW 335 vs. 2007 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 565 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada. 2009 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 2007 Fiat Strada | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 335 | Strada |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |