2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2011 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2011 Fiat Strada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Strada.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Strada. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2011 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Tahoe | Strada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 58 L |
