2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 93 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+.
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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+. (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Stilo | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
