2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1986 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Because 1986 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1986 Jeep Cherokee 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 Fiat Stilo (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 1986 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Stilo | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |
