2010 Fiat Strada vs. 2004 Saturn L
To start off, 2010 Fiat Strada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Saturn L would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn L 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, 2004 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Strada. 2004 Saturn L has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Saturn L will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Strada | 2004 Saturn L | |
| Make | Fiat | Saturn |
| Model | Strada | L |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4444 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1644 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2718 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
