2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2001 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Elantra.
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, 2001 Hyundai Elantra (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 2001 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Stilo | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
