2010 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Strada. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Chevrolet Equinox | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Equinox | Strada |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4444 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1644 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2718 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 58 L |