2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Cruze (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze 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. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Fiat Stilo | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | Stilo | Cruze |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1797 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |