2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2004 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Stilo | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
