2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2005 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Almera 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 55 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (113 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera.
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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 2005 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Stilo | Almera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
