2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Stilo | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Stilo | Highlander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |