2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2011 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2011 GMC Terrain 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Terrain weights approximately 665 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.
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, 2011 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo. 2011 GMC Terrain 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 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 2011 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Stilo | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 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 Weight | 1095 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 68 L |
