2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Strada.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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, 2009 Mazda Tribute (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Tribute | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | Tribute | Strada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 58 L |
