2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2005 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 455 kg more than 2005 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 2005 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | Stilo | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
