2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 7 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (105 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2001 Fiat Stilo (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Stilo | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 56 L |
