2009 Fiat Strada vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Fiat Strada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 205 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 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, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Strada | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |