2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2006 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Stilo and 2006 Pontiac Torrent were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Torrent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Torrent (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
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 Pontiac Torrent (286 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo. 2006 Pontiac Torrent 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 Pontiac Torrent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 2006 Pontiac Torrent | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Stilo | Torrent |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 3425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
