2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 10 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 725 kg more than 2001 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL 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, 2011 Acura TL (370 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (114 Nm). This means 2011 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo. 2011 Acura TL 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. 2011 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 2011 Acura TL | |
| Make | Fiat | Acura |
| Model | Stilo | TL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
