2009 Fiat Strada vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 295 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 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Strada. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Strada | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Strada | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
