2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Stilo and 2006 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (99 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 301 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.
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 Opel Vectra (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Stilo | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |
