2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 550 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2004 Fiat Panda 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 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Stilo | Panda |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 30 L |
