2010 Fiat Strada vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Strada | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Strada | Golf |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4444 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1644 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2718 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
