2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Stilo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Panda (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 215 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda 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, 2008 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda. 2006 Fiat Panda has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 2008 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 58 L |
