2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 9 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Stilo | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4676 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
