2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2011 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro is newer by 5 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 428 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 2011 Dodge Nitro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Dodge Nitro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Dodge Nitro (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo. 2011 Dodge Nitro 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. 2011 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 2011 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | Stilo | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1803 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1791 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2764 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 74 L |
