2009 Fiat Strada vs. 2006 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Fiat Strada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan X-Trail (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 522 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 2006 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2006 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2006 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Strada | 2006 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Strada | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
