2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2004 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 67 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 2004 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Grande Punto | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 49 L |
