2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2007 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (131 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 435 kg more than 2007 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2007 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Colorado | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1745 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 58 L |
