2009 Fiat Strada vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 469 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Strada. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Strada | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Strada | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 458 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 129 L |
