2009 BMW 528 vs. 2010 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2010 Fiat Strada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Strada.
Because 2009 BMW 528 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 528 will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 528 | 2010 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 528 | Strada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
