2011 Chevrolet Epica vs. 2011 Fiat Strada

To start off, both 2011 Chevrolet Epica and 2011 Fiat Strada were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Epica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Epica (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Epica should accelerate faster than 2011 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 Chevrolet Epica (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Epica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Strada. 2011 Chevrolet Epica has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Epica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Chevrolet Epica 2011 Fiat Strada
Make Chevrolet Fiat
Model Epica Strada
Year Released 2011 2011
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2490 cc 1248 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 86 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 237 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 69.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89.2 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 17.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 208 km/hour 165 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.9 seconds 13.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4444 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1644 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1230 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2718 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 58 L


 

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