2006 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2006 Fiat Stilo
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Captiva and 2006 Fiat Stilo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva 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 Chevrolet Captiva (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Captiva | 2006 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Captiva | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
