2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2008 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Swift 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 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (94 HP @ 580 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Because 2008 Suzuki Swift 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 Swift 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 (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 2008 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Stilo | Swift |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 580 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |
