2009 Fiat Strada vs. 2009 Infiniti M
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Strada and 2009 Infiniti M were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti M weights approximately 417 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 2009 Infiniti M 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, 2009 Infiniti M 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, 2009 Infiniti M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Strada. 2009 Infiniti M 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. 2009 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Strada | 2009 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
| Model | Strada | M |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |
