2009 Mazda MPV 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 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MPV (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MPV 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 Mazda MPV (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda MPV | 2010 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | MPV | Strada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
