2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2006 Lexus GX

To start off, both 2006 Fiat Stilo and 2006 Lexus GX were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GX (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus GX weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Lexus GX 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, 2006 Lexus GX 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 Lexus GX (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo. 2006 Lexus GX has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lexus GX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Fiat Stilo 2006 Lexus GX
Make Fiat Lexus
Model Stilo GX
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1910 cc 4700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 263 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 255 Nm 438 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 94.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.4 mm 84.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1485 kg 1575 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.7 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 87 L


 

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