2009 Fiat Strada vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Fiat Strada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Strada (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 213 kg more 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 Volkswagen Golf (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Strada. 2007 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Strada | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Strada | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
