2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2010 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2010 Fiat Strada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Strada.
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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2010 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Hyundai | Fiat |
| Model | Santa Fe | Strada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
