2011 Fiat Strada vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC90 (185 HP) has 99 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Strada. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Strada.
Because 2012 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 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, 2012 Volvo XC90 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Fiat Strada | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Strada | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4444 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1644 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2718 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
