2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1998 Xedos 6
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 235 kg more than 1998 Xedos 6.
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 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Xedos 6. 1998 Xedos 6 has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 1998 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Xedos |
| Model | Stilo | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
