2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2007 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 170 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 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Croma. (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Croma. 2007 Fiat Croma 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. 2007 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Fiat Stilo | 2007 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Stilo | Croma |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |