2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 725 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2006 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Ram | Strada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6690 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 58 L |
