2009 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2009 BMW X3 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X3 weights approximately 756 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 X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X3 | 2007 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | X3 | Strada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 58 L |
