2009 Fiat Strada vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 135 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.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Strada | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Strada | B |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 54 L |
