2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Stilo and 2006 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 315 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 Saab 03-Sep (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo. 2006 Saab 03-Sep 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 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Stilo | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
