2009 Fiat Strada vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Fiat Strada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Strada.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Strada | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Strada | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
