2009 Fiat Strada vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Strada and 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Strada weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Strada. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Strada | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Strada | E |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
