2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 45 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Stilo | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | Stilo | Corvette |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 319 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |