2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 2 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 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Stilo | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 17.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
