2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
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 Stilo (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Stilo | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Stilo | Caldina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |