2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 2006 Fiat Stilo

To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 620 kg more than 2006 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX 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, 2005 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Cadillac SRX 2006 Fiat Stilo
Make Cadillac Fiat
Model SRX Stilo
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3556 cc 1910 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 342 Nm 255 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 90.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1960 kg 1340 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2610 mm


 

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