2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 489 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Stilo | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
