2009 Fiat Strada vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Fiat Strada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 360 kg more than 2009 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Strada | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Strada | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |