2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (126 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 105 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 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (174 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Stilo | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 66 L |
