2009 BMW 650 vs. 2006 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Strada weights approximately 398 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
Because 2009 BMW 650 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 2009 BMW 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 2006 Fiat Strada | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 650 | Strada |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1579 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |