2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 2 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 3,458 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1120 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.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Stilo | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 3458 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |
