2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 87 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Stilo | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 66 L |
